Asked in UHS MDCAT 2016 2016Moderate

A hormone released from the posterior pituitary lobe acts to actively transport water from filtrate collecting tubules back to the kidney. It is shown as:

Correct answer: B. Antidiuretic hormone

  • A. Renin
  • B. Antidiuretic hormone
  • C. Angiotensin
  • D. Growth Factor

Explanation

The antidiuretic hormone, also known as vasopressin, is produced in the hypothalamus and stored in the posterior pituitary gland. It can cause the kidney to release less water, decreasing the amount of urine produced. A deficiency of ADH can cause diabetes insipidus

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